Nokian Lastik · 4 days ago
Senior R&D Manager - North America
Dayton, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expNokian Tyres is a pioneering Finnish company that invented the winter tire in 1934, and they are seeking a Senior R&D Manager for North America. This role involves leading research and development activities for Passenger Car Tires, managing the local R&D team, and ensuring collaboration between North America and global R&D efforts.
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Ownership of North America R&D activities in close collaboration with internal stakeholders
Operate in close partnership with the North America Product Program Leader
Support market-leading product performance, with a particular focus on LT (Light Truck) products
Ensure strong collaboration with Dayton and global production teams, maintaining a design-to-quality mindset
Provide support in industrialization activities and focus on product lifetime development
Act as team leader for the North America R&D team
Drive continuous improvement in product and process quality
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience in tire R&D; 10+ years of total R&D experience preferred
Experience in LT product development is considered an asset
Proven experience working at the intersection of production and R&D
Previous supervisory experience is an advantage
Minimum Master's degree in a relevant field
Excellent leadership, motivation, and innovation skills
Experience working in an international environment is essential
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance day one
401(k) eligible after one month
401(k) matching 100% on first 6%
Short-term incentive plan
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Onsite fitness facility
Wellness benefits
Company
Nokian Lastik
Dünyanın önde gelen lastik uzmanı Finlandiyalı Nokian Tyres, çok sayıda testten birincilikle çıkmış bir üretici, kış lastiğinin mucidi, dünya rekoru sahibi ve yenilikçilikte lider bir firmadır.
1,001-5,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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